Overdose response
Learn about overdose risks, signs, and how you can help in an emergency. Visit stopoverdose.org.
It might seem daunting to start a conversation with a loved one about the dangers of opioids.
Visit the talk to teens page on the Friends For Life website for ways to broach the subject.
Skagit Rising – online resource for local opioid prevention, treatment, and recovery options.
Learn more about substance use disorder, prevention, and treatment. Visit SkagitRising.org today.
How do I make the most of my FVRx Bucks?
Here are a few ideas to help you get the most fruits and veggies out of your FVRx Bucks: Weigh produce sold by the pound to get a rough estimate of the cost. Group produce into piles of about $5 to get an idea of the total. Shop seasonal and sale produce to get the best flavor
What happens when my produce purchase is greater or less than $5 increments?
When using your FVRx Bucks to purchase fresh produce, it is unlikely that your total will be an even number that can be bought using only $5 bills. If, for example, your total comes to $13.02, you have three options: Pay the remainder with your own money (use $10 in FVRx Bucks and $3.02 of your own
How do I use my FVRx Bucks?
Go to any participating store or farmers market with your FVRx Bucks. Select fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs you want to purchase with your FVRx Bucks. For produce sold by the pound, get a rough estimate of the cost by weighing as you go. This will help you know how many FVRx Bucks you will need to use. When checking out, separate
What is the difference between FVRx Bucks and regular cash?
In many ways, FVRx Bucks are like regular cash. They are a similar size and shape to regular paper money, they are unique and non-replaceable, and they can be used at a participating store or farmers market in place of regular cash. There are, however, a few key differences between regular money and FVRx Bucks: Bucks may be spent on all fresh fruits,
Where can I spend my FVRx Bucks?
Click here to see where you can use FVRx Bucks
Basic Food
Basic Food provides monthly benefits to supplement grocery money while promoting healthy eating and reducing food insecurity. Benefits are automatically loaded onto an electronic benefits transfer (EBT) card bi-monthly. EBT cards can be used to buy food at participating grocery stores. For more information, including eligibility and how to apply, visit our Basic Food webpage.
Viva Farms CSA subscription
The Viva Farms’ CSA is a subscription to receive weekly boxes of farm-fresh organic produce, grown by the farmers in their program. By joining Viva Farms' CSA, you are directly contributing to beginning farmers’ success in building viable farm businesses. For more information, visit the Viva Farms website.